Detached garage cost in Sioux Falls, SD
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (576 sq ft)
- $26,500 – $53,200
- Per sq ft
- $46 – $91.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −8%
- US $43,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #204
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to build a detached garage in Sioux Falls, plan on $26,500 to $53,200 for 576 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $46 to $91.50 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 8% lower than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $23.75 an hour in the Sioux Falls area, 18% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 576 sq ft in Sioux Falls, SD, standard level
$34,500 to $45,200
About $59.50 to $78 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 48% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $17,900 | $23,400 |
| Labor | $16,400 | $21,500 |
| Permits and fees | $230 | $360 |
| Total | $34,500 | $45,200 |
Cost breakdown for 576 sq ft in Sioux Falls, SD
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,700 | $20,600 | $27,500 | 52% |
| Labor | $12,600 | $18,900 | $25,300 | 48% |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $290 | $450 | 1% |
| Total | $26,500 | $39,900 | $53,200 | 100% |
Why Sioux Falls prices look the way they do
Labor is 48% of the midpoint bill here, against 50% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (45%), cement masons and concrete finishers (15%), construction laborers (20%), electricians (10%), roofers (10%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Sioux Falls the blended ratio comes out at 0.88.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Sioux Falls metro is 95.5 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 576 sq ft comes to $20,600, compared with $21,600 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (90.6) and land at $140 to $450.
Planning more than one job in Sioux Falls?
Because every project leans on different trades, Sioux Falls's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, garage door runs −7% and home addition −12%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,250 – $4,850 | −7% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $650 – $3,450 | −7% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,350 – $8,400 | −8% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $33,500 – $67,900 | −12% |
Sioux Falls against nearby metros and the rest of South Dakota
Of the five closest metros, 1 is cheaper than Sioux Falls. Lincoln is the lowest at about $39,700 (midpoint, 576 sq ft), 185 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SDthis page | $26,500 – $53,200 | $39,900 | |
| Sioux City, IA75 miles | $27,200 – $54,500 | $40,900 | +3% |
| Omaha, NE160 miles | $26,800 – $53,800 | $40,300 | +1% |
| St. Cloud, MN185 miles | $30,100 – $60,400 | $45,300 | +14% |
| Lincoln, NE185 miles | $26,400 – $53,000 | $39,700 | level |
| Des Moines, IA210 miles | $28,200 – $56,600 | $42,400 | +6% |
| South Dakota (statewide) | $26,200 – $52,700 | $39,500 | −1% |
| United States | $29,000 – $58,100 | $43,500 | +9% |
Across 300 US metros, Sioux Falls comes in at #204 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $57,900; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $35,500 (midpoints, 576 sq ft). Statewide, Sioux Falls is 1% above the South Dakota figure.
Other South Dakota metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid City, SD | 73,820 jobs | $26,300 – $52,800 | $39,500 | −1% |
Cities with a workforce like Sioux Falls's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Sioux Falls against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette, LA | 179,570 jobs | $25,700 – $51,600 | $38,600 | −3% |
| Anchorage, AK | 177,050 jobs | $33,900 – $68,000 | $51,000 | +28% |
| Davenport, IA | 180,450 jobs | $28,800 – $57,800 | $43,300 | +9% |
| Reading, PA | 174,670 jobs | $28,800 – $57,700 | $43,300 | +9% |
Climate in Sioux Falls: timing your detached garage job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Sioux Falls (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
May through September is the stretch where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Sioux Falls (5 of 12 months). January, February, March, April, October, November and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below.
The 40°F line is a deliberately cautious stand-in. The American Concrete Institute's cold-weather guide (ACI 306R-16) defines cold-weather concreting around an average daily air temperature below 40°F, which is colder than our test of an average overnight low at or below 40°F, so we flag a few extra shoulder months. In cold weather crews may need heated enclosures, insulating blankets or accelerated mixes, and those measures can raise a quote.
Sioux Falls gets about 28 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 45 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and August (4.2 inches in June). Inside the workable window, July and September are the driest, at 3.3 and 2.7 inches. The station averages about 15 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27 | 9 | 0.6 | Cold |
| Feb | 32 | 13 | 0.8 | Cold |
| Mar | 45 | 24 | 1.6 | Cold |
| Apr | 59 | 36 | 3.0 | Cold |
| May | 71 | 48 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 81 | 59 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Jul | 85 | 63 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 83 | 61 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Sep | 76 | 52 | 2.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 61 | 38 | 2.4 | Cold |
| Nov | 45 | 25 | 1.2 | Cold |
| Dec | 32 | 13 | 0.8 | Cold |
Sioux Falls labor market for detached garage
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 5 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Sioux Falls is 0.88 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $23.75 an hour, which is 18% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.22 and $29.38 an hour. BLS counts 1,640 of them working in the area, 91.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 20% of the weighting: a median of $22.53 an hour, in line with the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.79 and $23.83 an hour. About 700 work in the metro. That is 39.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051, weighted 15%) the local median is $22.98 an hour, which is 16% below the national $27.41. The middle half of them earn between $19.53 and $27.58 an hour. BLS counts 1,020 of them working in the area, 57.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 13.3), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $29.55 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.98 and $35.70 an hour. About 1,330 work in the metro. That is 74.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.50 an hour, which is 12% below the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $18.19 and $23.97 an hour. BLS counts 180 of them working in the area, 10.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 8.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($29.38 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $1,900. At the 25th percentile ($22.22) it shrinks by about $510. The total moves by 4.7% or 1.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 178,590 jobs in the Sioux Falls area. That makes it the 130th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.11% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $22.22 | $23.75 | $29.38 | $29.12 | 0.82 | metro |
| Cement masons and concrete finishers (47-2051) | 15% | $19.53 | $22.98 | $27.58 | $27.41 | 0.84 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 20% | $18.79 | $22.53 | $23.83 | $22.66 | 0.99 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $23.98 | $29.55 | $35.70 | $30.38 | 0.97 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 10% | $18.19 | $23.50 | $23.97 | $26.65 | 0.88 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.88 | |||||
Specs and site conditions that change a Sioux Falls bid
Foundation
A slab is cheapest. A frost-depth foundation in cold states costs more.
Garage apartments
A garage with living space is a different project: HomeGuide puts them at $80,000-$300,000.
Permits
You need a permit for a detached garage: $150-$500 on average, with separate electrical or plumbing permits if those are involved.
Pick a size, pick a tier: detached garage pricing in Sioux Falls
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Sioux Falls wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$26,500 to $37,200
Basic shell: slab, framing, siding, a roll-up door
Standard
$34,500 to $45,200
Finished exterior, insulated, electrical and a nicer door
Premium
$42,500 to $53,200
Insulated and drywalled, heat and cooling, upgraded finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft | $11,100 – $15,600 | $14,500 – $19,000 | $17,900 – $22,400 |
| 2-car (24x24), 576 sq ft | $26,500 – $37,200 | $34,500 – $45,200 | $42,500 – $53,200 |
| 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft | $33,100 – $46,400 | $43,100 – $56,400 | $53,100 – $66,400 |
| 3-car (900 sq ft) | $41,400 – $58,000 | $53,800 – $70,400 | $66,300 – $82,900 |
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Detached garage in Sioux Falls: your questions
+How much does it cost to build a detached garage in Sioux Falls?
For 576 sq ft, expect $26,500 to $53,200 in the Sioux Falls area. A standard-spec job lands at $34,500 to $45,200. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for detached garage in Sioux Falls?
About $46 to $91.50 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $140 to $450 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $50 to $100.
+Is detached garage cheaper in Sioux Falls or Sioux City?
Sioux City is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 576 sq ft there is $40,900, which is 3% more than Sioux Falls ($39,900). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Sioux Falls?
About 48% at the midpoint, or $18,900 out of $39,900. Materials are 52% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would 2.5-car (24x30), 720 sq ft cost in Sioux Falls?
$33,100 to $66,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does detached garage need a permit in Sioux Falls?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $140 to $450 for fees in the Sioux Falls area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Sioux Falls expensive for detached garage compared with the rest of South Dakota?
Sioux Falls is 1% above the South Dakota statewide estimate ($39,500 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in South Dakota; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Sioux Falls?
The BLS median is $23.75 an hour in the Sioux Falls area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.22 to $29.38.
+What do basic and premium detached garage work cost in Sioux Falls?
For 576 sq ft, basic work runs $26,500 to $37,200 and premium work $42,500 to $53,200. Basic means: basic shell: slab, framing, siding, a roll-up door. Premium means: insulated and drywalled, heat and cooling, upgraded finishes.
+When is the best time to build a detached garage in Sioux Falls?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are May through September. July and September are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
Detached garage near Sioux Falls
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does a Detached Garage Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Trusscore: How Much Does It Cost to Build a Garage? 2026 Price Guide (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Angi: How Much Does It Cost to Build a Detached Garage? [2026 Data] (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials = installed range / 1.6, because Angi puts professional labor at roughly an additional 60% of the materials cost (materials about 62.5% of the total).